Some Pictures from Hong Kong and Zhuhai

View of Hong Kong from Victoria's Peak


Hong Kong by night

Sunset. View to the west of Hong Kong.
I would like to make note of a few things about this picture. Actually, this photo is quite symbolic and ironic for me. I couldn't help it but for some reason I became a bit emotional as I stood atop Victoria's Peak and watched the sun set to the west in the direction of where my father is from (Zhuhai). Over 30 years ago my father escaped from China during the end of the revolution along with one of his brothers, his sister and her husband and some other 'uncles'. My father risked his life the night he said goodbye to his mother not knowing if he would make it or even survive. Imagine that. Saying goodbye to your parents; no "goodbye mom, I'll call you or email you when i get there," there was no way he could even write home. Now imagine doing that at 17 years old. To make a long story short, my father encountered troubles on the voyage and nearly lost his life. But my dad was determined to make it to Hong Kong and eventually to America. He made it and thank god otherwise you wouldn't be reading this!
The irony is that my father wanted to get out of China and make it to Hong Kong or America where he could find better opportunities. Well, here I am, 22 years old and going to China to find opportunities and learn more about my culture. I have undeniable respect for my father and what he did. Thanks dad!

Wonton Mein. My favorite food

My cousin, niece and me on a bike ride along the sea in Zhuhai